Resolution has nothing to do with overheating. If the device is 4k capable, it means the processor has 4k encoding/decoding capability. This isn't any more taxing than a processor from eight years back doing 1080p.
If the device has poor thermal efficiency, the worst that will happen is it shuts off. This is a standard feature among processors, dating back to the late 90s. But the unit itself doesn't "die".
The only components to be worried about in a hot car would be the battery (hence why most people recommend going with a supercapacitor over a battery) and the LCD screen. I personally don't think these having an LCD screen adds any value anyway.
Purpose of dashcam is to always be recording when you're driving or while in parking mode. Having the dashcam shut down when it should be recording is very bad. This A129 Pro model is infamous for shutting down when it gets too hot for whatever reason. There are various threads on dashcamtalk on this issue. Here's one of them.
I would personally avoid this Viofo 4k model due to its reliability issues and look instead at a 2k model (A119 V3, A129 Plus), which does not have the same level of reported reliability issues as the A129 Pro.
Add the rear camera for $50 and it's still $10 cheaper than prime day.
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I've had a few Viofos and they're terrible reliability wise. They would lock up or show a grey/blue screen and I'd have to reboot constantly. They eventually died less than a year after getting them.
I've had great success with Anker/Aukey dashcams. Been a few years and running solid with no reboots/lockups so far.
Purpose of dashcam is to always be recording when you're driving or while in parking mode. Having the dashcam shut down when it should be recording is very bad. This A129 Pro model is infamous for shutting down when it gets too hot for whatever reason. There are various threads on dashcamtalk on this issue. Here's one of them.
I would personally avoid this Viofo 4k model due to its reliability issues and look instead at a 2k model (A119 V3, A129 Plus), which does not have the same level of reported reliability issues as the A129 Pro.
Thanks for the info. I have been wanting a dashcam , but I live in the desert, and driving in 115 degree weather on sunny days would likely make this model useless!
He's not alone my friend but I think you are. Battery is always the cause of overheating for this type of device.
This runs on a supercapacitor.
I've had mine + rear cam hardwire kit for roughly 4 months on the latest firmware and have not had any issues. So far I am pleased with it. Hoping no long term issues people have been reporting happens.
Just because it is 4k I doesn't mean the video quality is super clear. The lens and sensor play a higher role in being able to see detail better than 4k output... I've seen 4k video that you zoom in and can't read a tag, for example. Not sure how this one is but just wanted to throw this knowledge out there fyi.
Thanks! Was just literally in the market for a new dashcam and I saw that this + the rear cam are recommended on r/dashcams. Picked up the 4K + the rear also on sale for just around $200!
It's on backorder though so hopefully it won't be too long
i don't understand why all popular brands that make or used to make compacts and large sensor digicams don't jump on dashcam market. larger sensor, good optics, good build quality. i'd buy popular brands nikon sony panasonic pentax canon etc, instead of crappy chinese brands.
Resolution has nothing to do with overheating. If the device is 4k capable, it means the processor has 4k encoding/decoding capability. This isn't any more taxing than a processor from eight years back doing 1080p.
If the device has poor thermal efficiency, the worst that will happen is it shuts off. This is a standard feature among processors, dating back to the late 90s. But the unit itself doesn't "die".
The only components to be worried about in a hot car would be the battery (hence why most people recommend going with a supercapacitor over a battery) and the LCD screen. I personally don't think these having an LCD screen adds any value anyway.
Then why do Canon EOS R5's overheat when shooting 8K but it doesn't have this problem when shooting 1080P? I'd really like to believe what you're saying, but multiple cameras do have problems overheating at higher resolutions but don't with lower resolutions. I can name more than just the R5…
I wanted a 4k dash cam, but in California heat, these do not survive according to so many people. 4k gets hot by itself on phones and GoPros even indoor. I would aim for a 2k camera if you live in the heat. Even the 1080p ones die on me lol.
Heat is heat. Mine devices and my dash cam surives 115 degree california temperatures with no problems.
Way overpriced. There are a dime a dozen Viofo-129 clones you can Google and get for about $40! There is absolutely nothing special about Viofia that differentiates them from the countless other Chinese made dashcams that make the EXACT same cam with the exact same specs and chipsets but with a different maker's name on it!
Way overpriced. There are a dime a dozen Viofo-129 clones you can Google and get for about $40! There is absolutely nothing special about Viofia that differentiates them from the countless other Chinese made dashcams that make the EXACT same cam with the exact same specs and chipsets but with a different maker's name on it!
Please provide examples or links to $40 dashcams that also have ≥ Sony 8MP sensors with 4k recording.
Thank you
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Resolution has nothing to do with overheating. If the device is 4k capable, it means the processor has 4k encoding/decoding capability. This isn't any more taxing than a processor from eight years back doing 1080p.
If the device has poor thermal efficiency, the worst that will happen is it shuts off. This is a standard feature among processors, dating back to the late 90s. But the unit itself doesn't "die".
The only components to be worried about in a hot car would be the battery (hence why most people recommend going with a supercapacitor over a battery) and the LCD screen. I personally don't think these having an LCD screen adds any value anyway.
https://dashcamtalk.com/forum/thr...ity.44095/
I would personally avoid this Viofo 4k model due to its reliability issues and look instead at a 2k model (A119 V3, A129 Plus), which does not have the same level of reported reliability issues as the A129 Pro.
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blackvue. pricy but pays itself with one mishap
I've had great success with Anker/Aukey dashcams. Been a few years and running solid with no reboots/lockups so far.
He's not alone my friend but I think you are. Battery is always the cause of overheating for this type of device.
https://dashcamtalk.com/forum/thr...ity.44095/
I would personally avoid this Viofo 4k model due to its reliability issues and look instead at a 2k model (A119 V3, A129 Plus), which does not have the same level of reported reliability issues as the A129 Pro.
Thanks for the info. I have been wanting a dashcam , but I live in the desert, and driving in 115 degree weather on sunny days would likely make this model useless!
This runs on a supercapacitor.
I've had mine + rear cam hardwire kit for roughly 4 months on the latest firmware and have not had any issues. So far I am pleased with it. Hoping no long term issues people have been reporting happens.
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It's on backorder though so hopefully it won't be too long
He's right I'm using viofo 2k in my truck for more than 2 years I travel 48 states so far so good no issues
Resolution has nothing to do with overheating. If the device is 4k capable, it means the processor has 4k encoding/decoding capability. This isn't any more taxing than a processor from eight years back doing 1080p.
If the device has poor thermal efficiency, the worst that will happen is it shuts off. This is a standard feature among processors, dating back to the late 90s. But the unit itself doesn't "die".
The only components to be worried about in a hot car would be the battery (hence why most people recommend going with a supercapacitor over a battery) and the LCD screen. I personally don't think these having an LCD screen adds any value anyway.
Heat is heat. Mine devices and my dash cam surives 115 degree california temperatures with no problems.
Thank you
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